KELP


Meaning of KELP in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ kelp ]

n. 1 any of several large broad-fronded brown seaweeds esp. of the genus Laminaria, suitable for use as manure. 2 the calcined ashes of seaweed formerly used in glass-making and soap manufacture because of their high content of sodium, potassium, and magnesium salts. [ME câlp(e), of unkn. orig.]

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